Events Specialist

3 months ago

Surrey, Canada FortisBC Full time

Branch: Gas
Affiliation: Management & Exempt
Employment Status: Full-Time Temporary
Salary Min: $33.13 Hourly
Salary Max: $47.08 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility: No
Temp Duration: 12 months
Posting End Date: Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

**Position Overview**:
Working in accordance with the organization’s strategic vision, core values and leadership competencies, reporting to the Events Manager, this position is responsible to provide leadership in the effective planning, coordination, provision and evaluation of corporate events to support marketing strategy, programs and the FortisBC brand at a variety of sponsorship, community and media events.

**In this role, you will**:

- Provide leadership in the effective planning, coordination, provision and evaluation of corporate events to support marketing strategy, programs and the FortisBC brand; collaborate with key stakeholder and cross functional teams to develop event requirements including communication plans, budgets and activities based on business needs. Participate in source funding activities and ensure cost efficiency for events; negotiate sponsorship agreements.
- Schedule and train staff to effectively represent FortisBC at a variety of community events including trade shows, sporting events, conferences, festivals and other celebrations, etc.; ensure staff deliver key messages for marketing campaigns based on corporate key pillars, distribute promotional materials and publications and meet company standards.
- Travel to events throughout BC; attend to customer inquiries, scheduling and staffing issues and other related problems. Maintain safety for staff; ensure staff are trained and aware of their responsibilities in the area of safety and environmental stewardship.

**What it takes**:

- Diploma in public relations, marketing or a related discipline from a recognized program and 3 years recent, related experience planning, coordinating and executing multiple events or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Strong knowledge and experience with event planning, implementing and executing multiple events.
- Strong initiative, organization and project management skills with the ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Strong intrapersonal skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels of the company as well as external stakeholders.
- Develop collaborative relationships and manage inquiries from public and key stakeholders in an educated and professional manner.
- Knowledge of the British Columbia energy industry along with experience in both the electric and gas side of the business is an asset.
- Computer experience including Microsoft Office suite (includes Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and SAP.
- Ability to prioritize work and meet timelines within demanding work schedules.
- Exercise judgment, tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature.
- Ability to negotiate sponsorships.
- Ability to provide leadership.
- Ability to work as a team.
- Valid BC Class 5 Drivers Licence.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.

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